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Project cost estimate worksheets for if an owner is doing work with or without a contractor.
This document is a brief overview of the typical commercial building permit process for the City of Houston. Links are added for reference. Please contact Building Code Enforcement for assistance with specific questions pertaining to your individual project: 832.394.9494. Presentation, May 31, 2007.
Last updated: February 2024
Application for a reconnect permit for a manufactured home or recreational vehicle.
Last updated: January 2026
Step by step guide on how to schedule an appointment online and to check-in for your appointment.
Last updated: 6/27/2014
CE-1313: Third Grade Stationary Engineer Application.
Last updated: 06/028/2024
This guide provides the qualifications and submittal requirements for requesting a Certificate of Occupancy for existing buildings.
Last updated: November 5, 2025.
This brochure is intended to provide a very high level overview of the commercial building permit process.
Last updated: 1/1/2019
Application for a house moving permit.
Last updated: January 2026
Form must be completed by the Special Inspection Agency.
Last updated: June 2025.
General information about the Floodplain Management Office and its services.
Last updated: April 17, 2024